Grassroots Travel: The Star Lord of Another World

Chapter 286 Cheer up

Gao Xingchen stared at the token in his hand. The five-clawed golden dragon seemed to come alive, tumbling and roaring on the dark card. He recognized that this was indeed the token enshrined in the secret room of the Xingchen Pavilion. According to legend, it represented the oldest and most mysterious force in the star field - the Tianji Pavilion.

"Tianji Pavilion?" Gao Xingchen muttered to himself, with a storm in his heart. If what Nan Li said was true, then the mastermind behind the framing of Xingchen Pavilion was actually involved in such a huge force. Why on earth was this?

"Xingchen, don't worry." Nan Li held Gao Xingchen's hand. Her hand was cold, but it conveyed a reassuring power. "I followed this line of investigation and found that the person who colluded with the Tianji Pavilion was the current Taiwei - Zhao Kuangyin."

Gao Xingchen suddenly realized that Zhao Kuangyin, who was in a high position and had always regarded Xingchen Pavilion as a thorn in his side, had been making trouble for Xingchen Pavilion over the years. But Gao Xingchen had never thought that he would collude with a behemoth like Tianji Pavilion to deal with him.

"With this token as evidence, we can reveal Zhao Kuangyin's true face to the emperor!" Gao Xingchen clenched his fists, his eyes burning with anger.

"That's right, but we have to be careful." Nan Li analyzed calmly, "Zhao Kuangyin is cunning and treacherous. We must find a foolproof way to deliver the evidence to the emperor."

Gao Xingchen lowered his head and thought. He knew that Nan Li was right. Any rash action would only alert the enemy. He had to find a reliable ally, someone who could help them deliver the evidence safely.

"Mr. Li!" A figure suddenly appeared in Gao Xingchen's mind. Mr. Li was a loyal partner of Xingchen Pavilion. He was a righteous man and had certain connections in the court.

"Lier, take your brothers back to Xingchen Pavilion first. I'll go find the rich businessman Li. Maybe he can help us!" There was a glimmer of hope in Gao Xingchen's eyes.

Nanli nodded, she believed in Gao Xingchen's judgment.

Gao Xingchen supported his weak body and stood up with Nan Li's help. He looked at the tough and intelligent woman in front of him, and his heart was full of gratitude and love. He knew that no matter how many difficulties and obstacles there were ahead, as long as Nan Li was by his side, he would have the courage to go on.

"Lier, thank you." Gao Xingchen looked at Nan Li affectionately.

"Silly boy, there's no need to say thank you between us." Nan Li smiled gently and watched Gao Xingchen leave.

Gao Xingchen found Li Fushang and told him everything. Li Fushang was indignant when he heard about what happened to Xingchen Pavilion, and immediately expressed his willingness to do his best to help them.

"Brother Xingchen, don't worry. I will arrange people to secretly send this token to the palace!" Mr. Li promised, patting his chest.

Gao Xingchen shook the rich businessman Li's hand gratefully: "Brother Li, whether Xingchen Pavilion can turn things around this time depends entirely on you!"

Mr. Li nodded solemnly. He knew that this was not only to help the Xingchen Pavilion, but also to uphold justice and reveal the truth!

However, they didn't know that danger was approaching quietly. Xuan Feng, who was imprisoned in a dark dungeon, was talking to a strange prisoner...

Deep in the dungeon, there is no sunlight all year round, and there is an air of decay and despair. Xuan Feng is chained to his collarbone, and his prison uniform is stained with blood, but his eyes are still firm and unyielding. Imprisoned in the same cell with him is a middle-aged man with a thin face, but he can't hide his elegant demeanor.

"Old sir, why are you imprisoned here?" Xuanfeng couldn't help but ask.

"Well, it's a long story..." The middle-aged man sighed and spoke slowly.

It turned out that his name was Lin Qingyuan, and he was once the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue. He was upright and incorruptible, and was deeply loved by the people. However, he was framed and imprisoned because he exposed Zhao Kuangyin's crime of embezzling disaster relief funds.

"Zhao Kuangyin has evil ambitions. He colluded with Tianji Pavilion and framed loyal officials. Sooner or later, he will suffer the consequences!" Lin Qingyuan gritted his teeth, filled with grief and indignation.

When Xuanfeng heard this, he was moved and told Lin Qingyuan about what happened in Xingchen Pavilion.

"So that's how it is. This traitor Zhao Kuangyin really deserves death!" Lin Qingyuan was filled with righteous indignation after hearing this. "Little brother, don't worry. As long as I, Lin Qingyuan, can get out alive, I will make this matter public and clear Xingchen Pavilion's name!"

Xuanfeng didn't expect that he would meet a like-minded person in this dark dungeon. He secretly gave the token that Gao Xingchen gave him to Lin Qingyuan.

"Lord Lin, this token is the key to revealing Zhao Kuangyin's crimes. I hope you can keep it well."

Lin Qingyuan took the token solemnly and hid it in his underwear.

"Don't worry, I will live up to your trust!"

The two discussed it again and decided to work together from inside and outside to find a chance to escape from the dungeon.

At the same time, in Xingchen Pavilion, although the atmosphere was heavy, there was no despair at all. The news brought back by Gao Xingchen was like a beam of hope, illuminating everyone's heart.

"Brothers, I know that everyone has had a hard time during this period, but please believe me, we can definitely get through this!" Gao Xingchen stood in front of everyone, his voice loud and full of power, "Zhao Kuangyin's conspiracy will not succeed, justice will eventually triumph over evil!"

Nan Li stood beside Gao Xingchen with a firm gaze, giving him silent support.

Inspired by Gao Xingchen, the members of Xingchen Pavilion reunited. They made a detailed plan and prepared to make the evidence public at the appropriate time.

One day, a mysterious man sneaked into the Xingchen Pavilion. He was seriously injured, but insisted on seeing Gao Xingchen.

"Master, this is the news I fought so hard to find out. The fight between Zhao Kuangyin and the other princes has reached a white-hot stage. This is the best time for us to fight back!"

Gao Xingchen received the information, and a raging fire ignited in his heart. He knew that the moment of the decisive battle was coming!

The mysterious man leaned weakly on the bed, his breathing was rapid and his face was pale, but his eyes were as sharp as a hawk.

"Pavilion Master, cough cough..." He tried hard to suppress the pain of his wound and spoke intermittently, "Zhao Kuangyin... and several other princes... are already at loggerheads... This is the best time for us to fight back!"

Gao Xingchen frowned. He knew that this mysterious ally had paid a huge price for this information, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. "Thank you very much. Xingchen Pavilion will never forget your kindness."

Nan Li handed over a bowl of medicine and said softly, "Heal your wounds first, and we can talk about other things later."

The mysterious man looked at Nan Li with gratitude, took the medicine and drank it all. He knew that he had completed his mission, and the rest was up to Xingchen Pavilion.

Gao Xingchen carefully studied the information brought by the mysterious man and gradually came up with a plan in his mind. He knew very well that Zhao Kuangyin had a deep foundation and it would be difficult to overthrow him. He had to act cautiously and seize the opportunity to strike a fatal blow.

"Xuanfeng, go contact the wealthy businessman Li immediately. We need his financial support." Gao Xingchen gave the order decisively.

"Yes, Pavilion Master!" Xuanfeng took the order and left. He knew that a war without gunpowder was about to begin.

Nan Li walked to Gao Xingchen, held his hand, and said softly, "Be careful."

Gao Xingchen held Nan Li's hand, feeling the warmth of her palm, and his heart was filled with strength. "Don't worry, I will succeed."

A few days later, the palace was brightly lit and a grand banquet was being held. Gao Xingchen, dressed in gorgeous clothes, mingled in the crowd, his eyes sharp, always paying attention to the movements around him.

"The time has come!" Nan Li's voice sounded in his ears.

Gao Xingchen took a deep breath, knowing that success or failure depended on this one move. He took out a secret letter from his bosom and threw it on the imperial desk when no one was paying attention.

The emperor was chatting and laughing with several princes when he suddenly saw the secret letter on the imperial desk. His face suddenly changed. He picked up the secret letter, opened it, and was shocked by the content inside.

Gao Xingchen watched the emperor's expression change, feeling secretly proud. He knew that this secret letter was enough to destroy Zhao Kuangyin's foundation and clear Xingchen Pavilion's name...

The more the emperor read the secret letter, the more livid his face became. The temperature of the entire banquet hall seemed to drop several degrees. The singing and dancing stopped, the laughter stopped, and you could hear a pin drop. Finally, he slammed the secret letter on the table and roared, "Come here! Investigate this matter thoroughly! I will tear this traitor into pieces!"

There was a sudden uproar in the court. The officials of Zhao Kuangyin's faction panicked, while those who had remained neutral waited and watched, waiting for the development of the situation.

Gao Xingchen quietly left the banquet hall in the chaos. Nan Li had already been waiting at the agreed place. "Is it done?" she asked softly, the moonlight shining on her beautiful face, adding a bit of coldness.

"Everything went well." Gao Xingchen smiled slightly. The news brought by Nan Li and the secret letter from the mysterious ally became the last straw that broke the camel's back for Zhao Kuangyin. The emperor's thunderous wrath would give Xingchen Pavilion a chance to breathe.

In the following days, the emperor ordered a thorough investigation of the evidence of Zhao Kuangyin and others' crimes, and the injustice of Xingchen Pavilion was redressed. The funds from the wealthy businessman Li also arrived as promised, providing sufficient guarantee for the reconstruction of Xingchen Pavilion. After experiencing a devastating disaster, Xingchen Pavilion was reborn from the ashes and glowed with stronger vitality.

Gao Xingchen stood at the highest point of the Xingchen Pavilion, looking at the distant sky, feeling a lot of emotion in his heart. He knew that this victory was only temporary, and Xingchen Pavilion would always face threats as long as the mysterious force was not eliminated. And there seemed to be a thin veil between him and Nanli, and he would break through that layer of window paper when the time was right...

Can Xingchen Pavilion completely get rid of the crisis? How will Gao Xingchen and Nan Li's love develop? Please look forward to the next chapter.